KS1 Teacher

At Co-op Academy Portland, we are passionate about providing a nurturing and dynamic learning environment where every child is empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that our colleagues are key to fostering a love for learning and curiosity in our students. We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Teacher with the confidence and enthusiasm to ensure our pupils achieve academic success whilst enjoying a fantastic education at our school. Early Careers Teachers are encouraged to apply. We are looking to appoint a KS1 teacher who: Is a qualified teacher with a track record of success in terms of behaviour management and academic achievement Has a real understanding of excellent teaching practice Loves their job, taking a pride in everything that they do Works well in a team, enjoying learning and collaborating with others to promote excellence throughout the whole school as well as in their own classroom Is motivated to do their very best Has excellent organisational skills & enjoys a challenge Uses their strengths to enhance the teaching and learning of children Is able to maintain good relationships with parents and multi-agency networks Has a good sense of humour and boundless energy Is committed to ensuring that excellence, inclusion and challenge are at the heart of everything we do. Is willing to play a full part in the life of the school This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking staff team that is committed to improving the lives of its pupils. Why us? At Co-op Academy Portland, we are looking for an ambitious and hard-working individual to join a busy team within primary phase. We offer a welcoming and supportive school community that values collaboration and professional growth. There are opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression. A creative and innovative environment where new ideas are encouraged and the chance to make meaningful impact on the lives of children and help shape their educational journey. All our values are based upon the values of the Co-op Group, which will inform our behaviours. Self-help: We do not expect to be spoon fed – we will try to do things for ourselves in the right way and at the right time. Self-responsibility: Everyone should act in a responsible way around the academy site and in the local community. We take responsibility for our own learning; we want to become independent learners. Equality: We are proud to be part of a very multicultural academy, with students from all over the world; it is important that we treat each other with respect and accept that others may be different from ourselves. We should all of us have equal chances to succeed. Equity: We want to look for the best in each other. Rewarding others fairly to encourage all types of achievement. Democracy: We will contribute our ideas to make the academy a success. Solidarity: We can achieve more by worki